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Memorabilia collector Walter Krueger points out a pair of replica prototype shoes from the Wizard of Oz. Some of Kruger’s memorabilia, dubbed “Oz and Ends: An Oz-sessed Collection” is on display through May 23 at the Joliet Historical Museum, located at 204 N. Ottawa Street, Joliet. Robert Bykowski/Staff photographer

Wizard of Oz Collector at Joliet Historical Society
A 24-year-old memorabilia collector knows very well the 100- year-old story of the Wizard of…
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A bus driver and nine Joliet school children were injured in a school bus accident
A school bus driver and 29 students were involved in a bus accident Monday as the…
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JJC culinary professor makes World Culinary Olympic Competition team
Joliet Junior College Culinary Instructor Tim Bucci recently received news that he…
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Crest Hill holds its dinner-dance to celebrate 50th anniversary
Despite some minor squabbles, the city of Crest Hill is moving forward on its yearlong celebration of events including this month’s…
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Joliet’s federally subsidized Evergreen Terrace apartments have been the subject of controversy for more than 30 years. Photo by Robert Bykowski/Staff photographer Evergreen Terrace residents speak out on fire that killed 5-year-old
Days after the blaze that claimed the life of 5-year-old Omariya Dishman at the federally subsidized Evergreen Terrace…
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Joliet Junior College professor Jim Ethridge works to set up the new greenhouse at JJC. Photo by Robert Bykowski/Staff photographer Joliet Junior College opens LEED certified greenhouse
The nation’s first college-certified greenhouse opens at Joliet Junior College, just in time for the spring plant…
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Trainer/Owner Joseph Awinongya works with seven year old Bobby McDonald of Joliet at the Will County Boxing Gym in Joliet. Photo by Robert Bykowski Life lesson taught through ‘sweet science', Former boxer sees mentorship opportunities through sport
Kids of all ages, all colors and all sizes go to learn the art of boxing as well as improve their life skills at the Will County…
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Oh deer: Forest preserve plan draws mixed reviews
A proposal by the Will County Forest Preserve District to reduce the local deer population by encouraging hunting in local…
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Villages’ funding hurt by Governor’s proposal
In a move that blindsided some local leaders, Gov. Pat Quinn is proposing a plan that would cut more than $25 million in local…
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The Department holds wine tasting and appetizer event
If you work or live in Joliet, you might want to stop by The Department restaurant Thursday, March 25 for its wine…
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